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Why are houses in Santorini white and blue?

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I have always loved the architecture in Santorini, but I never knew exactly why the houses are white and blue, and why they aren't like that on other islands or the mainland. Does anyone know?

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I always thought it was because of the colors of the Greek flag! Guess not ahaha
 
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